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26.5 Rules of Melody
- Tendency tones (scale degrees , , , and ) should resolve: goes to and, to a lesser extent, goes to (scale degrees and both should resolve down by step)
- Avoid augmented intervals.
- Leaps larger than a 4th and leaps of diminished intervals should change direction after the leap.
- What are the rules of melody writing?
- What is the rule of melody to a song?
- What are the five characteristics of melody?
- What are the 4 types of melody?
What are the rules of melody writing?
How to Write a Melody: 9 Tips for Writing Memorable Melodies
- Follow chords. ...
- Follow a scale. ...
- Write with a plan. ...
- Give your melodies a focal point. ...
- Write stepwise lines with a few leaps. ...
- Repeat phrases, but change them slightly. ...
- Experiment with counterpoint. ...
- Put down your instrument.
What is the rule of melody to a song?
Easy! The rule is to ensure that every melody you write includes the second and third options in that list (above). In other words, make sure that at least one non-harmonic note in your melody goes up to the unpredictable harmonic note, like we did over the Cmaj chord, by taking the 2 (D) up to the 3 (E).
What are the five characteristics of melody?
Kliewer states, "The essential elements of any melody are duration, pitch, and quality (timbre), texture, and loudness. Though the same melody may be recognizable when played with a wide variety of timbres and dynamics, the latter may still be an "element of linear ordering."
What are the 4 types of melody?
- Color Melodies, i.e. melodies that sound pretty.
- Direction Melodies, i.e. melodies that go somewhere.
- Blends, i.e. melodies that use both color AND direction.
